5 Facts About Hwiyoung SF9, Multitalented Long-Haired Idol - From Rapper to Drama Actor

Kapanlagi.com - Hwiyoung SF9, whose real name is Kim Young Kyun, is an idol under FNC Entertainment. Debuting since 2016, he occupies the position as a rapper and vocalist. Not only that, according to Jaeyoon, his group mate, Hwiyoung is the visual member of SF9.

Hwiyoung SF9 exercises every day, likes drawing, kickboxing, and watching movies. Besides having cool hobbies and habits, he also has extraordinary talents.

Not only being an idol, now he is also shining in the acting world. Just debuted last year, Hwiyoung has starred in various successful dramas. In the midst of his own activities, Hwiyoung is still active with his group.

Well, if you want to know various facts about the talented Hwiyoung SF9, please check out the following information.

1. Hwiyoung SF9 Once Participated in 'High School Rapper Season 2' on Mnet

Hwiyoung SF9 (Credit: Instagram/sf9_hwiyoung)

As the title suggests, 'High School Rapper' is a rap competition where the participants are high school students. Not only Hwiyoung SF9, but other K-Pop idols such as Mark NCT and Sunwoo THE BOYZ have also participated.

In one episode, Hwiyoung SF9 received praise from the judges. At that time, Hwiyoung SF9 was on Kim Ha On's team and expressed how uncomfortable it was to be an idol rapper.

"For SF9's first song, I only performed half a line of rap lyrics. Then I heard that I was bad, so I felt angry and embarrassed," he shared.

Hwiyoung continued, "I was ignored and asked not to rap too much, but I thought in order to change that perception, I had to rap with responsibility. Many people think that because I'm an idol, I will be exceptional, so I did it to avoid looking like that."

It turns out that Hwiyoung's performance at that time received praise from mentor Hangzoo through his comment, "I was very surprised by how you delivered four lines of lyrics in the intro. I think that instead of prejudice, each idol in every group has their own bias. You don't need to think like that."

2. Hwiyoung SF9, Maknae Line Feels Like Hyung

Hwiyoung SF9 (Credit: Instagram/sf9_hwiyoung)

Although he is actually part of the Maknae line because he was born in 1999, Hwiyoung is quite suitable if he acts as the hyung. Physically, he has broad shoulders, a sturdy body, and stands at 179 cm tall.

In addition, Hwiyoung is considered capable of emitting a mature aura, appearing masculine, and of course, handsome! His handsomeness is even said to resemble Kim Jae Wook, the actor from the drama VOICE.

3. Hwiyoung SF9 Stars in Several Dramas

Hwiyoung SF9 (Credit: Instagram/sf9_hwiyoung)

Not only does he resemble actors from dramas, he is now also an actor. Starting his acting debut in 2020 through the web drama DOK GO BIN IS UPDATING, his career can be considered skyrocketing. A few months later, he immediately starred in another web drama titled THE MERMAID PRINCE.

Turns out, Hwiyoung's abilities are not ordinary. He continued to play as the lead role in the drama REPLAY and acted alongside Miyeon (G)idle. Next, you can enjoy Hwiyoung's charming and charismatic acting skills in the drama IMITATION.

4. Hwiyoung SF9, A Visual Group Suitable for Various Styles

Hwiyoung SF9 (Credit: Instagram/sf9_hwiyoung)

Usually, fans will wait and appreciate the changes made by their beloved idol. Sometimes, idols surprise their fans by appearing with completely new looks.

It's not always about making drastic changes, sometimes idols just cut their hair, dye it, or appear with long hair. Hwiyoung SF9 once surprised his fans with his hairstyle.

He appeared with long hair and fans said that the look suits him very well. However, fans also said that his appearance has been amazing since his debut.

Hwiyoung SF9 has various looks, but he looks perfect in all of them. Any hairstyle and color will suit him.

5. Hwiyoung SF9 Befriending Many Idols

Hwiyoung SF9 (Credit: Instagram/sf9_hwiyoung)

Aside from being known for his cat and dog relationship with Chani SF9, Hwiyoung is also close with other idols outside of the group. His closeness with Chani may be because they are both part of the maknae line.

His closeness with other members of the group that is most noticeable is with Younghoon THE BOYZ. The two of them, along with Moonbin ASTRO, have been regular guests on a radio show. It's understandable that they have become close and friendly.

Well, KLovers, those are a series of facts about Hwiyoung SF9, an idol who holds the position as a rapper and actor who has risen to fame since his debut.

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